Child and Adult Care Food Program Grants

What is the aim of the Child and Adult Care Food Program Grants?

To assist States, through grants-in-aid and other means, to initiate and maintain nonprofit food service programs for children and elderly or impaired adults enrolled in nonresidential day care facilities, children attending after school care programs in low-income areas, and children residing in emergency shelters.

Who is Eligible to Apply for the Child and Adult Care Food Program Grants?

The State or U.S. Territory agency applies for and signs an agreement to receive Federal funds for disbursement. Where the State does not currently administer the program, an applicant institution may sign an agreement and receive funds directly from USDA.

How to Apply for the Child and Adult Care Food Program Grants?

Institutions apply to the responsible State agency. Where the State does not administer the program, the application is submitted to the USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) Regional Office. This program is subject to the provisions of USDA Uniform Federal Assistance Regulations (7 CFR Parts 3016 and 3019).